Beyond the Designs

Welcome to Beyond the Designs - a lifestyle blog by CRD&CO. I look to share some moments beyond the projects including lifestyle, fashion, food, and all the things I love! I hope you enjoy this fresh and new content. And, please, reach out with any and all feedback or ideas. I’d love to hear from you! xx

Alison Melnick 8/8/25 Alison Melnick 8/8/25

Sourcing Corner: Shelfie Accessories

As an interior designer, one of the most rewarding parts of a project is getting to the finishing line — and shelf styling is one of my favorites. It’s where personality and design truly come together.

Alison Melnick 7/21/25 Alison Melnick 7/21/25

Behind The Name

“Hey Catherine! It’s so nice to meet you.” is the phrase I hear on a daily basis. In the past two-and-a-half years, my name has gone from Alison to Catherine and back to Alison in the matter of minutes of meeting vendors, potential clients, and everyone in between.